The funny thing is the game's TV quality is worse. The NHL arenas have cameras in optimized conditions already (lighting is also a factor), and they've had years to perfect where to put the cameras. This isn't the case for an outdoor game where everything's set up for 1 game.

And yeah, the appeal of the WC is that it's unique. If there's 4 of them now it's just a dumb gimmick.

That may be true, but blimp shots above fenway park >>>>> game cameras.

Actually it wouldnt be bad if the NHL abuses the stadium phase to death then they could move to more impressive venues like on someone mentioned lake louise or aspen.